2003 Dodge Ram 2500 Dimensions, Sizes & Specifications
Based on 12 trims — exact values when identical, ranges when trims differ. Generation: Third generation (DR/DH/D1/DC/DM).
- Length227.7 in – 249.7 in
- Width79.9 in
- Height73.8 in – 78.5 in
- Wheelbase140.5 in – 160.5 in
- Ground clearance8.2 in – 9.3 in
- Curb weight5,343 lb – 6,227 lb
- Length227.7 in – 249.7 in
- Height73.8 in – 78.5 in
- Wheelbase140.5 in – 160.5 in
- Ground clearance8.2 in – 9.3 in
- Curb weight5,343 lb – 6,227 lb
- Width79.9 in
Proportional exterior silhouette from catalog length, width and height. The explorer below is a systems map — different purpose, not a second silhouette.
Explore your 2003 Dodge Ram 2500
Interactive systems diagram for this model year — measure, check fitment, and open the matching SpecSizes tools. Schematic only; not photorealistic body styling.
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Available for this vehicle
- Dimensions
- Wheels
- Tires
- Wipers
- Battery
- Oil
- Interior
Select a system below or on the diagram. This schematic marks measurement areas — it is not body-accurate styling.
Catalog summaries
Exterior: 227.7 in – 249.7 in · 79.9 in · 73.8 in – 78.5 in. Full dimensions
Wheels: bolt pattern 8x165.1, bore 120.9 mm. Wheel sizes
Tires: LT265/70SR17.0E BSW AS, LT245/70SR17.0E BSW AS, 245/70R17, 265/65R18…. Tire sizes
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- Wheel fitment & interchangeCompare donor or custom wheels
Exterior dimensions
| Length | 227.7 in – 249.7 in |
|---|---|
| Width | 79.9 in |
| Height | 73.8 in – 78.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 140.5 in – 160.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.2 in – 9.3 in |
Interior dimensions
| Front headroom | 40.8 in – 40.9 in |
|---|---|
| Rear headroom | 40.0 in |
| Front legroom | 41.0 in |
| Rear legroom | 36.4 in |
| Front shoulder room | 67.0 in |
| Rear shoulder room | 66.7 in |
| Front hip room | 65.1 in |
| Rear hip room | 64.6 in |
| Passenger volume | 65.0 cu ft – 121.0 cu ft |
Weight & capacities
| Curb weight | 5,343 lb – 6,227 lb |
|---|---|
| GVWR | 8,650 lb – 8,800 lb |
| Fuel tank | 34.0 gal – 35.0 gal |
| Max towing capacity | 12,900 lb – 13,850 lb |
Engine
| Torque | 375 lb-ft |
|---|
Torque shown in lb-ft as stored in the catalog.
Wheels, tires & maintenance sizes
Tire sizes Full tire size page → · Wheel fitment →
- LT265/70SR17.0E BSW AS
- LT245/70SR17.0E BSW AS
- 245/70R17
- 265/65R18
- 265/70R17
- 285/55R20
Wiper sizes Full wiper size page →
- Driver24"
- Passenger24"
Battery group size Full battery size page →
- 65-1
- 65-2
- 65-AGM
Oil capacity Full oil capacity page →
- 5W-4012 qt
- 5W-307 qt
Trim-by-trim dimensions (12 trims)
| Trim | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Clearance | Curb wt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLT/Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | 227.7 | 79.9 | 74.4 | 140.5 | 8.3 | 5642 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | 249.7 | 79.9 | 74.4 | 160.5 | 8.3 | 5774 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 229.7 | 79.9 | 73.8 | 140.5 | 8.2 | 5443 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | 227.7 | 79.9 | 78.5 | 140.5 | 9.3 | 6127 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | 249.7 | 79.9 | 78.4 | 160.5 | 9.3 | 6227 |
| SLT/Laramie 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 229.7 | 79.9 | 78.0 | 140.5 | 9.3 | 5891 |
| ST 4x2 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | 227.7 | 79.9 | 74.4 | 140.5 | 8.3 | 5542 |
| ST 4x2 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | 249.7 | 79.9 | 74.4 | 160.5 | 8.3 | 5674 |
| ST 4x2 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 229.7 | 79.9 | 73.8 | 140.5 | 8.2 | 5343 |
| ST 4x4 Quad Cab 140.5 in. WB | 227.7 | 79.9 | 78.5 | 140.5 | 9.3 | 6027 |
| ST 4x4 Quad Cab 160.5 in. WB | 249.7 | 79.9 | 78.4 | 160.5 | 9.3 | 6127 |
| ST 4x4 Regular Cab 140.5 in. WB | 229.7 | 79.9 | 78.0 | 140.5 | 9.3 | 5791 |
Values in inches / pounds as stored. Ranges above reflect trim variation.
Same generation (Third generation (DR/DH/D1/DC/DM)): years 2003–2005. View model overview